Forte Sofia, Verona

Name: Forte Sofia
Address: Via Monte Novegno, Verona, Italy

#85 among attractions in Verona

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Fort Sofia, originally called Werk Sofia, is a fortification located in the hills northwest of Verona, part of the city's complex defense system and more specifically the sector of hill forts and advanced plain forts, put in place between 1837 and 1843. The fortified structure was built in 1838, and the work was directed by the director of the Imperial Royal Office of Fortifications in Verona, German Major General Franz von Scholl. The fort was named after Archduchess Sophia of Bavaria, mother of the future Emperor Franz Joseph, although it is also known as Fort St. Sophia for similarity to the surrounding Fort St. Leonard and Fort St. Matthias.

Elevation: 397 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 45°27'11"N, 10°59'27"E

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Via Monte NovegnoNord-Ovest (Borgo Trento)Verona Italy

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Forte Sofia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazza delle Erbe, Verona Cathedral, Sant'Anastasia, Torre dei Lamberti.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Forte Sofia?

Nearby attractions include Rondella di San Giorgio, Verona (9 min walk), San Giorgio in Braida, Verona (10 min walk), Ponte Giuseppe Garibaldi, Verona (11 min walk), Biblioteca Capitolare, Verona (13 min walk).

How to get to Forte Sofia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Forte Sofia:

Bus

Via Mameli 92 II • Lines: 31, 32, 33, 70, 91, 95 (4 min walk)
Via Da Monte 2 • Lines: 62, 70, 96, 97 (5 min walk)